Nerlens Noel Current Team

Noel Traded to Pistons in Multi-Team Deal

Former Kings Center Lands in Detroit

Draft Rights and 2025 Pick Head to Sacramento

**July 11, 2022** - In a surprising turn of events, Nerlens Noel has been traded to the Detroit Pistons as part of a multi-team deal. The Sacramento Kings will receive the draft rights to Nikola Radičević and a 2025 protected draft pick in return. Noel, a versatile and defensive-minded center, has played for the Kings for the past three seasons. He was drafted 6th overall by the Philadelphia 76ers in 2013 and has since become a valuable asset to any team he's played for.

The Pistons, who have been looking to bolster their frontcourt, will likely give Noel a significant role in their lineup. The 29-year-old brings experience, toughness, and shot-blocking ability to Detroit. He is expected to start alongside young center Isaiah Stewart.

The Kings, on the other hand, will need to find a replacement for Noel in the starting lineup. They have several options, including Richaun Holmes, Tristan Thompson, and Alex Len. However, none of these players offer the same level of defense as Noel.

The trade is a significant move for both teams. The Pistons get a proven veteran who can help them compete in the Eastern Conference. The Kings, meanwhile, add a young prospect and a future draft pick, giving them more flexibility going forward.

It remains to be seen how the trade will impact both teams in the long run. However, it is clear that both the Pistons and the Kings are betting on the future with this deal.